What started as a preprinted panel by Kim Schaefer for Andover Fabrics is now a stack of little mug rug/coasters ready for finishing. I began by putting some 80/20 (cotton/poly) batting behind the panel and pin-basting the layers. Then, to the quilting. That’s right……no backing just yet. A few before photos……….

You can click on any of the above photos to enlarge them. It is so amazing how the stitching makes the squares come alive………………………………………. Oops……a bit of a thread piece left on this one!!!

And, now, I have all these…………..

The thread used was Superior’s Metallic #025 Variegated Gold. It the same thread I used here. Off to the machine to finish them with the black backing. They will each be put right sides together with the backing square, stitched (leaving an opening for turning), turned right sides out and given a final edge top-stitch. Stay tuned…………………………….

Absolutely!!!! The time just flew as each little block appeared under the needle, I pulled ideas from my memories of Leah Day’s “Free Motion Quilting Project from last year. 365+ different little stitches that work well in projects such as these! These would be a lot less intimidating for someone who is early on the FMQ journey. I’m so glad you stopped by and liked the post! Hugs………..